Combining multiple esthetics is the standard rather than the exception in building exteriors. And since the days of monolithic design are long gone, architects are pushing the limits by integrating materials to create a modern, sophisticated look. At the same time, no designer can afford to sacrifice performance for an eye-catching look. Ever-evolving, stricter building codes, and heightened expectations from building owners now demand the right balance between beauty and durability.
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Podium deck waterproofing systems and surface finishes are intended to protect the underlying structure. If the systems are neglected, moisture ingress into the structure can lead to costly deterioration.
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Contemporary glass designers are transforming today’s walls and floors with stunning glass tile creations. Thanks to its reflective properties, glass tile helps to intensify light and colour. It is frostproof as well as resistant to heat, fading, and discolouration.
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A historic landmark in Hamilton, Westinghouse HQ, is set to become an energetic hub for commercial and cultural activities, and a blueprint for urban neighbourhood revival.
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Metal Structure Concepts (MSC) designed, supplied, and erected a pre-engineered steel building for Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery, one of the oldest distilleries in Western Canada.
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After five years of work, the new Webster Library at Concordia University, Montréal, was inaugurated on March 23. Designed by Menkès Shooner Dagenais LeTourneux Architectes, this 16,550-m2 (178,142-sf) renovation project aimed to create a landmark on campus.
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